Project Nehemiah - January 22nd Update

A Look at the Last 7 Days at Nehemiah
It’s been a productive and exciting week at Nehemiah, with steady progress across multiple Phase 1 projects. Here’s a snapshot of what’s been accomplished—and what’s just ahead.

✅ What We Completed This Week

• Phase 1 carpet selected for the Kids area and new tenant space. Contractors are confirmed, with installation scheduled within the next 7 days.
• Paint contractor selected and scope finalized. Painting will begin immediately after carpet installation.
• Four podcasts recorded in the lobby of the historic Elvis Theaters—bringing new life and conversation into the space. (Four more recordings are coming soon!)
• Phase 1 kitchen tile flooring installed, and it looks great.
• Phase 1 kitchen design (Revision 2) has been completed and sent out for review.
• Lee Architects delivered updated architectural plans for both Phase 1 and Phase 2. Poster boards have been created and are now available for review.
• Thrift store inventory was picked up from the vendor and moved into Theater 2—there’s lots to sort and organize.
• Alarm system and security cameras installed and currently being fine-tuned.
• Phase 1 sanctuary stage designed, with materials officially on order.
• Meeting held with our tenant, and a shared-space agreement with RHC has been finalized.
• Conference table and chairs procured and placed in the RHC shared workspace.

? What’s Coming Up Next Week

• Mennonite Brothers, a key funding partner for RHC, will be visiting on Tuesday the 26th for a tour and contract finalization.
• A public hearing with the Jeffco Planning Commission is scheduled for Thursday the 28th—an important step forward in the overall process.